How To Maintain The Safety In The Construction Sites During Winter Season?


Most of the accidents happen during the winter season in the construction sites due to cold weather. While doing dob violation removal NYC or ECB violation removal Bronx projects, the contractor has to implement the basic safety measures during operation in the winter. The contractor has to be cautious not only about the security of their team but also about the public present at the construction site.

During winter, the commissioner of the building department has announced to winterize all the sites to ensure that all the building owners and employees are protected. The department has suggested the following measures to winterize the construction size.

●  Safeguarding The Pipes

Never try to thaw a frozen pipe with flame. This will cause an explosion of steam and fire. Carefully eliminate the area with a heat lamp or gun or space heater.

●  Removal Of Ice And Snow

Remove all the chunks of ice and snow from the working area to ensure that the materials do not shift to the street level.

●  Do Work In Icy Conditions

In winter, all the scaffolds are covered with ice and snow which make all the materials slippery. This makes the sidewalks and other parts slippery.

●  Safety Of The Hoist

Usage of personnel hoist should be avoided in heavy raining of the snow, freezing temperatures or wind blowing for more than 35 miles per hour.

●  Safety Of The Crane

Safety of the cranes should be properly inspected and maintained in weather conditions where ice and water will accumulate on the crane, creating risks of falling due to slipping.

●  Safety Of The Water Tank

Make sure that all the water tanks are protected from freezing as it may fall to the ground.

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